which senator proposed amendments to sb 438 on may 9, 1956, including the elimination of mandatory reading of rizal’s novels?
Which senator proposed amendments to SB 438 on May 9, 1956, including the elimination of mandatory reading of Rizal’s novels?
In the Philippines, the senator who proposed amendments to Senate Bill 438 on May 9, 1956, which aimed to eliminate the mandatory reading of Jose Rizal’s novels, particularly “Noli Me Tangere” and “El Filibusterismo,” was Senator Claro M. Recto. Senator Recto was known for his advocacy of civil liberties and his efforts to protect academic freedom. His proposed amendments sought to remove the compulsory reading of Rizal’s works as part of the curriculum in Philippine schools.